Across Europe, medtech (technology + medicine) represents a dynamic ecosystem supported by collaborative projects funded by programs like Horizon Europe, which promote partnerships among companies, research centers, and healthcare organizations.
Thanks to its strong expertise in digital health, IPPOCRATE AS positions itself as a strategic partner for European projects, offering an innovation-driven approach.
In this article, we’ll guide you through real-world examples of medtech applications and show you how to seize new funding opportunities. Let’s get started!
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What is Medtech?
Medtech covers wearable devices, in vitro diagnostics, robotics, AI, extended reality (XR), and m-health and e-health solutions.
In Europe, the sector employs over 575,000 people and comprises more than 25,000 companies—95% of which are SMEs. Italy plays an active role in this growing ecosystem, with hubs in Milan, Bologna and Catania.
The term refers to technologies used to monitor, diagnose, or manage medical conditions. According to a 2019 report by MedTech Europe, the European medical industry generates approximately €120 billion annually, with increasing demand for AI- and IoT-driven solutions.
Examples of Medtech in Europe
To understand medtech’s full potential, let’s explore some real-world European examples:
1. Innovative Health Initiative (IHI)
The IHI is a public-private partnership between the European Commission and major healthcare industries, including EFPIA and EuropaBio. With a €2.4 billion budget for 2021–2027, IHI funds projects that integrate medical, pharmaceutical, and digital technologies to tackle complex health challenges.
For instance, the first five IHI-funded projects address oncological and neurodegenerative diseases and involve universities, SMEs, and NGOs.
2. EU4Health
The EU4MEDTECH project, funded with €7.7 million from Horizon Europe, aims to overcome regulatory challenges to accelerate innovation and ensure patient safety. It involves 14 organizations from 10 European countries, demonstrating the value of transnational collaboration.
3. LimaCorporate
LimaCorporate, an Italian company acquired by Enovis for $800 million in 2024, is a leader in customized 3D-printed orthopedic implants. Through collaboration with other European partners, it has developed solutions that enhance surgical precision and reduce recovery times.
4. MDOT
The MDOT project created an open innovation platform to help European SMEs gain regulatory approval for new medical devices, speeding up time-to-market and improving product quality.
5. NICE
The UK’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has introduced AI-based software to improve early cancer diagnosis through medical imaging. These tools, now integrated into European hospitals, have boosted diagnostic accuracy by 15%.
Why choose IPPOCRATE AS as your partner in a European consortium
With extensive experience in digital health solutions, IPPOCRATE AS is the ideal partner to:
- contribute to the development of telemedicine and remote diagnostics platforms;
- collaborate with universities and research centers on innovative projects;
- access European funding to grow your business;
- become a benchmark for medtech innovation.
We work with universities, hospitals, and companies across Europe to build winning consortia for Horizon Europe calls and beyond—providing access to international networks and market opportunities.
Partnering with us on medtech projects also means:
- access shared healthcare data through the European Health Data Space (EHDS);
- collaborating with key players like MedTech Europe and EIT Health;
- accelerating the commercialization of new technologies.
What are you waiting for? Get in touch
Whether you’re a university, research center, start-up, or company looking to develop medtech projects—get in touch today—together:
- we’ll identify the most suitable European calls for your goals;
- build consortia with complementary partners;
- draft competitive proposals to secure funding.
Get involved! The medtech sector is rapidly expanding and offers unprecedented opportunities for European partnerships. IPPOCRATE AS is ready to lead you toward success, let’s build the future of healthcare together.